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Published by Kennett Bros, 2006
ISBN 10: 0958267316ISBN 13: 9780958267311
Seller: Book Express (NZ), Wellington, New Zealand
Book
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. 169 pages.The second in the Cycling Legends series details th e fascinating career of Harry Watson, New Zealand's first Tour de France rider. Born in 1904, Watson's quiet, unassuming persona w as juxtaposed by a relentless determination over long distance cy cle races. He won more road cycling championships than any other New Zealander, before or since. Watson's most interesting claim t o fame, however, was racing in the grueling 1928 Tour de France, and finishing in 28th position. That year the course consisted of 5377 kilometres of gravel, sealed and cobbled roads. Only a quar ter of the field managed to finish. Watson was in the first Engli sh speaking team to enter the prestigious event, and became somet hing of a hero among the French public for his grit and determina tion.
Published by The Kennett Brothers, Wellington, 2005., 2005
ISBN 10: 0958349088ISBN 13: 9780958349086
Seller: Sainsbury's Books Pty. Ltd., Camberwell, VIC, Australia
Book
8vo, 120pp, black and white illustrations. A near fine paperback copy.
Published by Kennett Brothers with Whitireia Publishing, 2006
Seller: Book Express (NZ), Wellington, New Zealand
Book
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. 169 pp. b/w illus. A firm unmarked copy.
Published by The Kennett Bros 2006, 2006
Seller: Hard to Find Books NZ (Internet) Ltd., Dunedin, OTAGO, New Zealand
Association Member: IOBA
super octavo softcover (VG+); all our specials have minimal description to keep listing them viable. They are at least reading copies, complete and in reasonable condition, but usually secondhand; frequently they are superior examples. Ordering more than one book will reduce your overall postage cost.
Published by The Kennett Brothers, New Zealand, 2005
Seller: BOOKMARK, Auckland, New Zealand
First Edition
Soft Copy. Condition: VG+. Dust Jacket Condition: None. First Edition. Clean illustrated cover with few only light scratches. Teeny dot spot to bottom edge. Clean content. B/w illustrations. Binding is As New. 120p.
Published by The Kennett Brothers, Wellington, 2005
ISBN 10: 0958349088ISBN 13: 9780958349086
Seller: The Secret Bookshop, Tararua, New Zealand
Book First Edition
Soft cover. Condition: As New. 1st Edition. Appears unread. Phil O'Shea, wizard on wheels, is the first in a series of ten books on New Zealand's most famous cycling legends. It details the remarkable feats of a sporting superstar, whose exceptional cycling ability attracted thousands of spectators to race appearances, and who won every major cycling event in Australisia.
Published by Kennett Brothers Limited, 2006
Seller: Phoenix Books NZ, Waimate, CANTE, New Zealand
Book
Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. Harry Watson The Mile Eater (New Zealand Cycling Legends) By Jonathan Kennett, Bronwen Wall, Ian Grey Paperback / softback, very good condition, scuffed corners 176 pages Published by Kennett Brothers Limited, 2006 ISBN: 1877378119 70 photographs 21 x 17 centimetres (0.24 kg) The second in the Cycling Legends series details the fascinating career of Harry Watson, New Zealand's first Tour de France rider. Born in 1904, Watson's quiet, unassuming persona was juxtaposed by a relentless determination over long distance cycle races. He won more road cycling championships than any other New Zealander, before or since. Watson's most interesting claim to fame, however, was racing in the grueling 1928 Tour de France, and finishing in 28th position. That year the course consisted of 5377 kilometres of gravel, sealed and cobbled roads. Only a quarter of the field managed to finish. Watson was in the first English speaking team to enter the prestigious event, and became something of a hero among the French public for his grit and determination.